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Yankees? Melky Cabrera likely to appeal suspension, Shelley Duncan says he?
2008-03-15 16:46:00
Yankees center fielder Melky Cabrera said he most likely will appeal a three-game suspension for his role in the spring-training fight between New York and the Tampa Bay Rays. The Rays contend Cabrera punched third baseman Evan Longoria during Wednesday’s pileup. “I didn’t hit nobody,” Cabrera said Saturday, speaking through a translator. Read the full story. ...
Melky Cabrera, Shelley Duncan suspended 3 games each; Jonny Gomes gets 2 ga
2008-03-14 22:07:00
Yankees center fielder Melky Cabrera and first baseman Shelley Duncan were suspended for three games each for their roles in Wednesday’s spring-training fracas between New York and the Tampa Bay Rays. Tampa outfielder Jonny Gomes was suspended for two games Friday. All three players were fined along with Yankees manager Joe Girardi, third-base coach Bobby Meacham ...
Melky Cabrera, Shelley Duncan suspended 3 games each; Jonny Gomes gets 2 ga
2008-03-14 21:35:00
Yankees center fielder Melky Cabrera and first baseman Shelley Duncan were suspended for three games each for their roles in Wednesday’s spring-training fracas between New York and the Tampa Bay Rays. Tampa outfielder Jonny Gomes was suspended for two games Friday. All three players were fined along with Yankees manager Joe Girardi, third-base coach Bobby ...
Melky Cabrera, OF - NYY
2008-01-30 23:26:00
Report: Yanks turn down Santana deal Visit Rotoworld.com for more analysis on this update.
Melky Cabrera: What Can We Expect in 2008
2008-01-22 13:46:00
Melky Cabrera is a player that was written off as a 21-year-old in 2005 after an inauspicious debut amidst a Red Sox/Yankees series. He bounced back in 2006 to rpove the naysayers premature and soldified his defensive bona fides in 2007 after replacing Johnny Damon in CF and leading the Yankees resurgence. That is a good baseball story, but what is he worth to fantasy players. Using the same format as I did to look at Dustin Pedroia, I screened all OF-eligible players for HRs and SBs in the ranges of 6-12 and 9-16, respectively. Melky's 2007 comparables are an eclectic mix made-up of an expected future star, a failed expected future star, rapidly declining veterans and decent regular starters. 1. Shannon Stewart, Free Agent 2. Mark Teahen, Kansas City Royals 3. Shawn Green, Free Agent 4. Matt Kemp, Los Angeles Dodgers 5. David DeJesus, Kansas City Royals 6. Emil Brown, Oakland A's 7. Chris Burke, Arizona Diamondbacks One point that stands out to me is the relatively short list of ...
Twins Back Down On Santana Demand
2007-12-26 16:22:00
Murray Chass reports this morning that the Twins have scaled back their demands for Johan Santana, at least with the Yankees.  He says they are now willing to substitute Jeff Marquez for Ian Kennedy.  So the Yankees would have to give up Phil Hughes, Melky Cabrera, and Marquez (and one more player, I'm guessing).  Marquez is a 23 year-old Double A righty who probably does not fall within the Yankees' top ten prospects.  He seems a more reasonable demand than Kennedy.  About three weeks ago, Bill Madden said the Yanks could've acquired Santana for Hughes, Cabrera, Marquez, and Mitch Hilligoss but bailed out for financial reasons. Anyway, Chass adds that the Yanks would be hit by luxury tax if they acquired and extended Santana.  For example, a five-year, $100MM deal would result in a constant $7.5MM annually in luxury tax.  This does not seem to bother the Yankees. Nick Cafardo wrote a few days ago that the Red Sox are standing pat with an offer...
Johan Santana Rumors: Wednesday
2007-12-06 02:51:00
UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 7:50pm: Tim Brown says the Red Sox had a moment of doubt, but they remain the frontrunner for Santana.  The previously mentioned packages apply. UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 6:21pm: LENIII checks in on the interest level of the six teams involved. UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 5:05pm: Santana's agent, Peter Greenberg, indicated that the Mets are in the running for Santana. showad(); UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 2:48pm: BP's John Perrotto talked to a Twins official, and it definitely looks like the Meetings will end without a Johan deal.  Perrotto says he's still likely to be dealt before Spring Training. UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 2:18pm: Ken Rosenthal believes the door is open for more teams to jump in, especially the Mariners. UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 12:43pm: Jon Heyman reports that the Mets are trying to work their way back into the mix.  They're still viewed as a longshot without Jose Reyes in the offer, but at least the Twins are listening. UPDATE, 12-5-07 at 12:21pm: The Red Sox and...
MLB Rumors: Torri Hunter, Melky Cabrera & Miguel Cabrera
2007-11-21 15:50:00
In an article originally posted on Monday but updated yesterday, Ken Rosenthal reported that the Dodgers or Angels could complete a trade by Thanksgiving for Marlins' 3B Miguel Cabrera.  The sticking point for either team was the inclusion of one player. Rosenthal reports the Marlins want OF Matt Kemp and LHP Clayton Kershaw in a four-player package.  Is that one player Kemp?  Kershaw? Or do the Dodgers only want a three-player package? "The Angels , according to a rival executive, have offered a strong package -- Kendrick, right-hander Ervin Santana, right-handed reliever Chris Bootcheck and another player, possibly Adenhart," is also written.  While another source tells him the Angels did not offer that combination of names, it is not difficult to see one player being the difference i.e. Joe Saunders instead of Santana. * The Royals remain interested in CF Torri Hunter despite rumors of a pending deal with the White Sox.  The Kansas City Star reports "th...
Orioles Notes: Crisp, Burnett
2007-11-09 05:09:00
The always-informed Jeff Zrebiec has a few Orioles tidbits for us. The Orioles didn't engage in conversations with agents for any free agents during the GM meetings - just trade talks with other teams (about 15 total). President of baseball operations Andy MacPhail said that he's open to trading with other teams in the AL East.  He just wants the best deal.  With that in mind, two Yankees who interest the Orioles are Melky Cabrera and Kyle Farnsworth.  The Yankees could employ Miguel Tejada at third base, if he's willing. The O's could have some interest in Coco Crisp, though he's not atop their list.  But they do need some kind of center fielder. The team's ears perked up at the availability of A.J. Burnett, even though he makes no sense for them. showad();
Jake Peavy For Phil Hughes and Melky Cabrera?
2007-11-08 18:58:00
This is barely a rumor, but I have been getting emails about it.  Buster Olney said today in his blog that trade talk has run rampant at the GM meetings, even stretching towards deals with little chance of happening.  Olney says the Padres and Yankees briefly discussed a trade that would send Phil Hughes and Melky Cabrera to the Padres for ace Jake Peavy.  He also said that trade "almost certainly won't happen."  Peavy makes $6MM in 2008 and $8MM in 2009, with another possible $3MM in incentives over those two years.  Peavy expects to be traded before reaching free agency - he knows the Padres won't pony up $18MM a year.  You have to figure Kevin Towers will at least listen.  Michael Silverman has heard whispers that Peavy might be available. Even though it's highly unlikely, would this be a fair trade? showad();
Miggy Point of View: The Yankees Fan
2007-11-06 21:38:00
With all the talk heading into this week?s GM meetings about A-Rod and Miguel Cabrera I wanted to get an opinion from a fan from another team who may have a vacancy at third base. That fan is from the New Yankees and writes for the AL East blog MyBaseballBias. I respect Jason’s ...
Santana for Melky, Hughes, and Prospect?
2007-10-22 02:20:00
Tim recently posted about the Yanks inquiries into the Twins organization for Johan Santana.  Peter Abraham shares what he's heard of the rumors for the lefty ace.Melky Cabrera would give Minnesota a center fielder to replace Torii Hunter if he bolts. The Yankees could then offer the Twins Phil Hughes or Ian Kennedy along with a second prospect.If Melky and Kennedy plus a prospect can land Santana, I can't see why the Yankees wouldn't do that, even if only for the opportunity to get a leg up on signing baseball's best pitcher to a long term deal.  But I would assume it would take a lot more.  Lots of names are being tossed around along with Philip Hughes, particularly Robinson Cano, names that are most likely the premium the Twins would demand and perhaps a deal-breaker for the Yankees. Posted by Nat Boyle
Yanks To Pursue Rowand?
2007-10-20 22:02:00
A source of mine with Yankee connections had some good info for me today.  Much was discussed yesterday in Tampa. For starters, the Yanks are expected to make "eye-popping" offers to retain Jorge Posada and Mariano Rivera before the World Series ends.  The team does not want the pair to file for free agency. Additionally, the Yankees may make a big play for Aaron Rowand.  They believe a package of Melky Cabrera, Chien-Ming Wang, and Ian Kennedy would entice the Twins for Johan Santana.  That's a huge price, but doesn't seem out of line to me for the best pitcher in baseball. My source didn't have anything about Andy Pettitte, who hated seeing Joe Torre go and will take a month to decide if he's even going to play next year.
Sunday Morning Santana
2007-09-30 17:40:00
Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe discusses the names being thrown around for Johan Santana.  As well as the Kemp/Kershaw for Santana, Cafardo quotes an AL Executive: One AL executive theorized, "There are a few teams who could match up with the Twins. Would the Yankees deal Melky Cabrera and an Ian Kennedy for Santana? How about Boston? Would they send a Clay Buchholz and a Jacoby Ellsbury for him? The Mets? There are few teams who could handle the paycheck you'd have to give Santana and also be able to part with key prospects."If that logic is correct, it narrows the list of suitors considerably. MLBTR readers made the astute point in the Kemp/Kershaw comments that if a team is going to give up two Major League-ready prospects, the deal would be contingent on a re-signing of Santana.  A one year rental is most likely not going to appeal to any GM handing over otherwise untouchable commodities such as a Buchholz/Ellsbury or a Kennedy/Cabrera or a Kemp/Kershaw. W...
Yankees To Pass On Gagne?
2007-07-30 16:19:00
Jon Heyman wrote yesterday that the Yankees appeared to be the frontrunner for Texas closer Eric Gagne, given the Yanks' need and Gagne's lack of veto power. However, today Dan Graziano of the Newark Star-Ledger says the Yankees' involvement on Gagne is exaggerated.  Apparently the Rangers wanted Melky Cabrera in return.  Joba Chamberlain has been switched to relief at Triple A; he could be 90% of Gagne without the cost.
Yankees Focused On Gagne, Wheeler, Qualls
2007-07-28 17:00:00
It seems highly likely that the Yankees will make a move to upgrade their bullpen before the Tuesday trade deadline.  They appear to have three main targets. Kat O'Brien of Newsday says the Yanks have had serious discussions with Texas regarding Eric Gagne.  Though Gagne wants to close, remember that he can be traded to New York without his consent.  A Rivera-Gagne combo would essentially turn every game into seven innings.  O'Brien names righthanders Ian Kennedy and Jeff Marquez as two pitchers the Rangers might be after.  Kennedy is definitely more highly regarded.  The Rangers also like Melky Cabrera but the Yankees are resisting. Meanwhile, Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News tells us that the Yankees have "narrowed their sights" to Dan Wheeler and Chad Qualls of the Astros.  The Astros control Wheeler through 2009 and Qualls through 2010, so the asking price will be significant.  Jayson Stark says Houston is looking for a...
A Real Nuisance
2007-07-22 01:01:00
When Jason Giambi went down with plantar fasciitis, members of the media throughout the tri-state area lined up to celebrate the benefits that would supposedly accompany the loss of one of the Yankees' most potent bats. The Yankees won nine in a row shortly after Giambi's disappearance from the scene, and many were quick to perceive a causal relationship where one did not exist. Now Giambi's activation is approaching, and the same writers who applauded his loss (in this case, Bob Klapisch of the Bergen Record) are now bemoaning his return: Giambi's comeback a potential problemIt might be a potential problem in that the roster can only accommodate 25 players, and consequently someone will have to be sent down to make room for the Giambino's ample frame. But I'm guessing that whoever it is will be of lesser value than one of the best offensive producers of the last decade.Slowly but surely, one rehab day at a time, Jason Giambi is working his way back to the Yankees, baggage a...
Melky Cabrera (OF-NYY)
2007-07-21 23:54:00
Cabrera is out Friday's game with a strained abdominal muscle. He is day-to-day.
Giants Interested In Melky Cabrera
2007-05-06 05:22:00
According to Peter Gammons in his blog, the Giants are considering shopping a starting pitcher.  Not only do they have Tim Lincecum debuting tomorrow, but Jonathan Sanchez was raised mostly as a starter and hasn't worked out in the bullpen so far. Gammons says the Giants would target a young position player, and they like Melky Cabrera of the Yankees.  He does not think the Yankees would be interested in a Cabrera for Noah Lowry swap.  If it was the Lowry of 2005, it would be a different story.  But the southpaw seems to have lost his strikeout rate at age 26. The Giants could also peddle Matt Morris, who's 4-1 with a 3.20 ERA.  This is probably the high point of Morris's season, so shopping him makes sense.  The Orioles are one of several teams in need of an innings eater.
Sucks to be Melky Cabrera
2007-03-07 21:05:02
Sucks to be Melky Cabrera       I know what you’re going to say, how can it suck to be Melky Cabrera? Let me tell you the ways:   He hits a respectable .280 with a .360 OBP in your first season as 22 year old switch hitter. Reward? Hit the pine meat.   During this time, you slug a poor .391 but have a stellar 59: 56 K:BB ratio, all with solid defense from all three outfield spots   Catchphrase = Got Melky?   Trade rumors abound. You may actually get to start and develop your talents. Wait, wait…nope, at 22 and still developing, you get the privilege of platooning and off-days.   Has to listen to a 10 minute rendition of God Bless America every home game.   Melky makes $355,000 dollars. Surely not a small sum, but hell, you have to live in New York City, home of extremely high living expenses. Better buy your metro card in advance Melky.   Cabrera’s fellow outfielder?s wages? In 2006 Damon made $13 million, Abreu $13.6 Million and Matsui $13 million. E...
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